1995 Renault Twingo vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 45 kg more than 1995 Renault Twingo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Renault Twingo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (92 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Twingo | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Twingo | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
